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In spite of his abilities, Peter has been ______ overlooked for promotion A. repeat B. repeatedly C. repetitiveness D. repetitive

Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that best completes each of the following exchanges. 16. John”: “Would you like me to get a taxi for you?” – Mary: “____”

A. Well, let’s see B. Yes, please, if it’s no bother

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C. That would be delightful. Thanks D. Yes, I see 17. Mrs Ha is at the clothing store Shop assistant: “Can I help you?” _Mrs. Ha: “ ___________”.

A. No, thanks. I’m just looking B. No, I’m seeing

C. Yes, I’m watching D. Yes, I’m thinking 18. Peter: “I’ve been awarded a scholarship to study in America.” Kate: “Uh, really? _____!”

A. Take care of yourself B. Lucky as you are

C. You are always lucky D. Congratulations 19. Jane: “Would you mind if I use you computer for an hour?” Tony: “________”

A. Not at all. I’ve finished my job B. Yes, you can use it.

C. Of course not. I still need it now D. Yes, It’s all right 20. Mike: “Would you mind getting me a cup of coffee ?” -Cathy: “_____________”

A. No, I’d be glad to. B. Cream and sugar, please.

C. Yes, I’d love to, thanks D. I never drink coffee. PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each) Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences. 21. Have you ever tried using hydrogen peroxide as a person to induce vomiting instead of the good old traditional methods?

A. control B. clean C. cause D. stop 22. He was mystified by my experience, though perhaps not particularly envious.

A. perplexed B. shocked C. upset D. excited 23. I was horrified to find a drug tablet which had been left on purpose in my room yesterday.

A. ashamed B. shocked C. nervous D. surprised Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences. 24. He wants to find a temporary job or a seasonal one.

A. eternal B. genuine C. permanent D. satisfactory 25. The names of the participants in the survey were changed to preserve anonymity.

A. cover B. conserve C. presume D. reveal PART 4: LEXICO - GRAMMAR (2.0 pts - 0.1/ each) Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that best completes each of the following sentences. 26. I’m sorry, but I just can’t ________ your behaviour any longer.

A. go along with B. get on with C. keep up with D. put up with 27. It is doubtful whether newspapers ________ governments to any great degree.

A. draw B. influence C. catch D. attract

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